Health
Stories, page 25
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Richmond Residents May Soon Have Access to Same-Day Doctor Appointments Richmond upon Thames residents may soon have access to same-day doctor appointments, following discussions at the Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee (JHOSC) meeting on...
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Islington's 'Fill the Gap' Scheme Supports Families Islington Council is helping families bridge the gap between the end of Healthy Start payments and the start of free school meals with its local 'Fill the Gap' scheme.
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Smoking Attributed Hospital Admissions Highest in North London Islington faces a concerning health challenge as smoking-related hospital admissions reach the highest rate in North London, according to a report discussed at the Islington...
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Harrow to Boost Vaccination Efforts Amidst Low Uptake Harrow Council is set to bolster its vaccination programme in response to data indicating low uptake rates across various immunisations. While Harrow's performance aligns with...
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NW London Faces Challenges in SEN Continence Service Provision North West London faces significant challenges in providing equitable and consistent continence services for children and young people with special educational needs and...
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Enfield Council Backs Violence Against Women Strategy Enfield Council has formally backed the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board (SSCB) Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2026-30, signalling a commitment to creating a...
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Hackney Council to Streamline Young People's Health Services Hackney Council is set to streamline young people's health services, aiming for a more integrated and effective model. The move comes as the council reviews and redesigns...
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Mayor's Charity to Support Hospital, Heritage Hub, Macmillan in 2025-26 Enfield's Mayor, Councillor Margaret Greer, has selected the Royal Free Charity, the Black Heritage Hub, and Macmillan Cancer Support as the beneficiaries of her Mayoral Charity...
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Croydon Council Notes Progress on Equality Strategy 2023-27 Croydon Council has highlighted the progress made in its Equality Strategy 2023-27, focusing on inclusivity and support for diverse communities.
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Brent Approves Direct Award for Substance Misuse Service Brent Council's cabinet has approved the direct award of the Integrated Treatment Recovery Wellbeing and Substance Misuse Service to VIA Community Ltd for three years, ensuring...
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Camden Council to offer Council Tax discounts to terminally ill residents experiencing financial hardship Camden Council is set to offer Council Tax discounts to terminally ill residents who are experiencing financial difficulty but are not already receiving 100% Council Tax...
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Barnet Appoints Councillor Alison Moore as Food Champion, Discusses Task Force Updates Barnet Council has appointed Councillor Alison Moore, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, as the new Councillor Food Champion.
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Newham Council Reaffirms Borough of Sanctuary Status, Advocates for Responsible Immigration Policies Newham Council is set to debate motions concerning immigration and its status as a borough of sanctuary. The council aims to address challenges in supporting immigrants and...
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Newham to Honour Wilson & Pringle with Civic Awards Newham Council has voted to honour the late Councillor Neil Wilson and local conservationist Leonard Pringle with civic awards, recognising their outstanding contributions to...
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Whipps Cross Hospital Improves After CQC Report, But Diagnostic Imaging Still Needs Work Whipps Cross University Hospital has made significant strides in addressing concerns raised in a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report, according to an update presented at the...
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Islington awards urgent contract after provider insolvency Islington Council has awarded an urgent contract to Provide Care Solutions Limited following the insolvency of NRS Healthcare, the previous provider of community equipment...
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Councillor asks about Sobell Centre's new facilities Islington Councillor Diarmaid Ward recently inquired about the usage of the Sobell Centre's new facilities during a council meeting.
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Islington Considers Extending Councillor's Leave Due to Ill Health Islington Council is considering extending Councillor Roulin Khondoker's leave of absence due to continued ill health. The matter was discussed at the Islington Council meeting...
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Connect to Work Programme Receives £8.3M Funding Southwark's Connect to Work programme, designed to support residents facing health and disability-related barriers to employment, has received £8.3 million in funding.
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Hillingdon Committee Discusses Tavistock Trust Redevelopment Plans, Including Hospital 2.0 Compliance and Car Parking Concerns Hillingdon Council's Health and Social Care Select Committee convened on 3 December 2025, to discuss a range of health updates, including the redevelopment plans of the...